Balfour Beatty Investments - North America
Residential Maintenance Technician - Entry Level
Salary:22.00 - 23.50 USD / HOUR
Who we are
At Balfour Beatty Communities, we are dedicated to a singular mission: delivering the quality communities people are proud to call home. We believe exceptional living experiences can only be created whenWe Care—about our residents, our partners, our communities, and each other. Our culture of caring drives every aspect of our business, guiding us to always do the right thing and build meaningful connections as we fulfill the needs of our residents and partners with sincerity, empathy, and creativity.
Our Benefits
- Discretionary bonuses
- Medical and Dental Insurance 1st of the month following employment
- Health, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
- Company paid life insurance
- 401K plan with employer matching
- Robust PTO to include, sick, floating holidays, vacation, and personal days
- 2 Volunteer Days per year
- Company paid short-term and long- term disability, parental leave.
- And more!
About the role
The Maintenance Technician is integral to meeting this objective, with responsibility for maintaining the overall physical condition of the community and providing world-class service to our valued residents. Our Maintenance Technicians diagnose maintenance issues, make necessary repairs, and ensure all resident service requests and other community maintenance is completed in a timely manner
You may be eligible for a $500 net sign on bonus to be paid out in your first paycheck
About the Maintenance Technician Job Family
Balfour Beatty Communities' (BBC) Maintenance Technician Job Family was established to provide a structure around the maintenance function at BBC. This new framework will create levels around roles and responsibilities, while also attracting, retaining, and growing our maintenance employees! Come grow with us!
Each level has their own requirements as defined in the job description and have a training plan set in place to help you achieve the next level. The Maintenance Job Family has the following levels:
- Maintenance Trainee
- Maintenance Technician I
- Maintenance Technician II
- Maintenance Technician III
What you'll be doing
- Learn and provide maintenance support for general maintenance and orderliness of property HVA, mechanical, electrical, utilities and lighting systems. Including inspections and repairs.
- Ensuring the successful execution of all company safety and environmental policies and procedures.
- Delivering the highest level of resident satisfaction through responsive, consistent, positive and professional interactions.
- Working a rotating on call schedule to have 24/7 maintenance coverage
Who we're looking for
Qualified candidates will have:
- High school diploma or GED graduate level
- Knowledge of basic tools and general maintenance processes
- Basic trouble shooting skills
- Valid, state-issued driver’s license with a safe driving record is required.
Typical Physical Demands:
Regularly use hands to manipulate tools, machinery, equipment, supplies, and office equipment. Frequently stand, reach with hands and arms, climb ladders, balance, and stoop. Sit and stand to do clerical work. Regularly lift and move equipment and supplies up to 50-75 lbs.
Typical Work Conditions:Work is performed in and outside a maintenance/machinery environment and in and outside residential properties. Employee frequently interacts directly with residents, maintenance, and communities’ staff during the workday.
Benefits:Discretionary bonuses, health/life insurance, retirement plan/401K contributions, paid time off, long-term, and short-term disability, paid parental leave.
Balfour Beatty Communities is part of Balfour Beatty Investments and Balfour Beatty, plc, an international group that finances, develops, builds, and maintains infrastructure assets.
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Freqently Asked Questions
Key skills include troubleshooting HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems common in residential communities. Familiarity with basic repair tools and safety protocols is crucial. Since Peoria has varied climates, understanding seasonal maintenance needs enhances your effectiveness as a Residential Maintenance Technician.
You can progress through levels from Maintenance Trainee to Maintenance Technician III, each with tailored training programs. Advancing means gaining deeper expertise in mechanical and electrical repairs, leadership opportunities, and potentially managing larger community maintenance projects.
Many think the job is solely about fixing things, but it also involves resident interaction, safety compliance, and preventive maintenance. This role demands problem-solving under time constraints and working collaboratively with community teams to maintain a quality living environment.
In Peoria, hourly wages for this role typically range from $22 to $23.50, aligning with Balfour Beatty's offering. Their compensation package also includes bonuses and comprehensive benefits, making it competitive within the local maintenance technician job market.
Peoria's growing residential sector increases demand for skilled maintenance personnel, but entry-level positions see moderate competition. Demonstrating basic troubleshooting skills and a valid driver's license improves your chances of landing a Residential Maintenance Technician role here.
Expect a culture focused on caring for residents and communities, with structured career development. You'll handle diverse maintenance tasks, engage with residents regularly, and benefit from robust programs like employer-matched 401k, paid leave, and short- and long-term disability protections.
Yes, they provide a $500 net sign-on bonus payable in your first paycheck, along with discretionary bonuses. Their benefits package is comprehensive, featuring medical, dental, life insurance, and paid volunteer days, which is attractive for maintenance technician careers.
Commonly used tools include hand tools, electrical testers, HVAC gauges, and ladder equipment. Mastery of these enables quick diagnostics and repairs, especially for systems like lighting, plumbing, and mechanical utilities typical in apartment complexes.
On-call duties ensure 24/7 coverage for resident emergencies, requiring flexibility and readiness to respond outside regular hours. While it can affect work-life balance, it also offers opportunities for overtime pay and builds critical problem-solving experience.
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